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June 2015

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Bowling is fun in your SPARE time Georgian Bowl hosted their YBC! Banquet on May 8th at the Duntroon Hall. I personally attended as my daughter Autumn has been bowling all season and loving it! There was a fantastic spread of food (mostly potluck) and bowling in the basement. We have quite the pool of talented young bowlers in the Collingwood area, as you can see from all those trophies below! Photos/Story: Selena Blais

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Cinderella Summer Dance 3 to 7 years | July 6 to 24 Morning Camp

The Nutcracker Dec. 12 | Meaford Hall Professional dancers and alumni perform with Fleet-Wood students.

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The Pretty River Academy Inaugural Golf Classic & Gala

Father’s Day June 21st 2015 Enjoy all this at our breath-taking, beautiful restored Station on the Green located at 27 Harbour Street West,

Parents, Grandparents, friends & the community at large turned out in droves to support the school and enjoy the spectacular venue at the beautiful Georgian Bay Club on May 20th. After a full day of sun, the golfers and gala guests were treated to a wonderful meal, shopping at the silent and live auctions, and some incredible entertainment. Big Blue Air whisked away some lucky raffle winners for a scenic helicopter tour just before dinner. Take off and landing were just outside the clubhouse as guests looked on. Olympian and Pretty River Academy graduate Larisa Yurkiw was the guest speaker. P.R.A.’s own music teacher Shane Cloutier and his band provided the musical entertainment. He was joined on stage by P.R.A. parent Margo Timmins, lead singer of Cowboy Junkies, and recent inductee to the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. It was a wonderful day and evening with guests already looking forward to next years event. Tournament Photos: mycollingwood.ca | Gala Photos: Tjalling Buwe | Story: Marcia Alderson

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Start with Rotary and good things happen The Rotary Clubs of Collingwood, South Georgian Bay, Wasaga Beach and Rotaract joined in welcoming the community to an afternoon of information sessions, keynote speakers, video presentations and of course socializing and snacks. It was a great chance for those interested to inquire about membership opportunities and for all to learn about the wonderful programs, services and support this great organization provides both at home and around the globe. A truly dedicated international organization,“Service above self”, their motto pretty much says it all! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

Giving is easy...

My name is Pamela Quirk My mom worked in the RNA program at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital for 10 years so it was a part of my life from childhood. When my father was admitted to the hospital 4 years ago with a heart attack; it was a life and death situation for him. Collingwood General and Marine Hospital provided excellent care and he was given his life back. It was my catalyst to support an organization that meant so much to me. Giving was so easy – I consulted with an insurance specialist, took out a policy that cost me less than my annual typical donation. Over ten years, I will have this policy paid off and it hasn’t impacted my life at all. However, the financial implications to the Hospital are tremendous and will result in a significantly higher gift. Since my parents as well as brother and his family still live in Collingwood and I enjoy coming up here, I wanted to keep the support in this community. I am also very confident in the Foundation’s use of my money. They are excellent stewards and custodians of my support. Please join me in supporting the great work at the Hospital – giving is easy – just call 705-444-8645 or email kerrj@cgmh.on.ca to get started. It affects us all, and your donation could make a difference in life or death.

Thank you Collingwood General and Marine Hospital Foundation www.cgmf.com

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Just in Tyme… Tyme Home was pleased to host a Collingwood Chamber of Commerce After 5 at their new location - 20 Balsam St, Unit 12 in Collingwood. They are more than happy to help you with “awesome interiors”, “trendy accents”, “outdoor comfort” and all of your indoor/outdoor home furniture and accessory needs. Remember it’s “The Furniture That Makes the Most of Your Tyme at Home” so be sure to stop by and check them out. You won’t be disappointed! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Curiosity House Bookstore and Gallery celebrates 20 years Congratulations to Rina Barone and Chris Dunk, the current owners. On hand for the celebration were bookstore founders Chris and Pat Raible as well as authors Dan Needles, Catherine Gildiner, Cecily Ross and Elly Mackay. Clearview Mayor Chris Vanderkuys presented Rina with a 20th Anniversary Certificate. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies

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What a Clever idea! Rhea Burns and Stefanie Shaw were pleased to welcome the community to celebrate their grand opening of The Clever Office. “A co-working office space located at 1 First St., Ste. 220 (Admiral Building) in the heart of Collingwood, one of the fastest growing entrepreneurial hot spots in Ontario. Unlike conventional office space, you pay only for the level of service you require. It’s the most intelligent way to do business” says Rhea. Congratulations on your opening and wishing you continued success! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Fashionistas hit the runway The 2015 ladies luncheon and fashion show was held on May 12th at Cranberry’s Bear Estate. Cranberry Resort would like to thank everyone involved in making it a great event. A big thanks goes to the chef and all the kitchen staff and servers for such an amazing lunch for these ladies. They all commented how great it was. Congrats and thanks to Kim Ward our MC, Crystal Magda our fashion show volunteer & model, Lori Hough - volunteer and model, this could not have been done without your guidance. These women devoted their own time to help make a memorable event. And thanks to everyone else involved in making this venue a success! See you all next year. Photos: mycollingwood.ca | Story: Greg Yaniw

ANNOUNCEMENT

Dr. Janice Shouldice Naturopathic Doctor has joined the Shipyards Medical Arts Centre in Collingwood! Dr. Shouldice is a Naturopath who is a member of the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy Naturopathy and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Dr. Shouldice was also appointed to serve on the Complaints resolution Committee for 3 years. Dr. Shouldice is also a Registered Nutritional Consultant.

Voted the top Naturopath by the Era Banner in the York region for 4 years! Dr. Shouldice’s treatment modalities include nutrition, complex homeopathy, herbal medicine, acupuncture, electrodermal testing for food intolerances and organ system balancing. Dr. Shouldice treats patients with acute and/or chronic health concerns, including: skin conditions, autoimmune conditions, digestive problems, infections including parasites and heavy metal and chemical toxicities. Covered under most extended health care plans.

Located at the Shipyards Medical Arts Centre - 28 Huron St. Collingwood and in Newmarket at the Borealis Natural Health Centre. To book an appointment at either location call 905.830.1236 If you would like to learn more, visit: borealisnaturopathic.com

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Breaking new ground Habitat for Humanity South Georgian Bay was pleased to invite the community, council, partners, sponsors and volunteers to join them and one of the fortunate young families who will benefit from this new construction in breaking ground for two new builds at 22 and 24 Leslie Drive in Collingwood. Also on hand to celebrate were several wonderful partners including Walker Aggregates who recently donated $50k to the cause. Kudos to all those who continue to support and assist this very vital and deserving organisation. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Karen 4 Your Skin Holistic, Medical Facial Treatments & Electrolysis

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Over 10 Years Experience ~ Every Treatment is Performed by Karen!

Special $39 Facial! www.Karen4yourskin.com 21 Dawson Dr Collingwood (705) 441-6419

Environment Network Shoppe 44 St. Marie St. Collingwood 705-446-0551 www.environmentnetwork.org

Collingwood Speech Therapy Toni Blanchard, M.Sc.A., Reg. CASLPO

Jim Richardson, MEd, NLPMP, CH www.BlueMountainTaiChi.com 705-445-2613 / jrsoma@rogers.com

Dr. Laura Clemenhagen, Chiropractor Synergy Health and Wellness Centre 150 First St. Collingwood 705-446-5828 www.synergywellnesscentre.com

Handcrafted Bath & Body Products 705-293-0851 • 1-800-295-8561 info@spaology.ca • www.spaology.ca

Dr. Barbara Brown DC, CMRP Balance North 260 Hickory St., Collingwood 416-762-4083 | 705-293-1435 www.balancehealthcentre.com

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PROFESSIONALS HERE TO HELP YOU Pharmasave - Mary’s Pharmacy

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Mary’s Pharmacy is independently owned and operated by Mary Noseworthy. Each Pharmasave store operates independently to serve its individual community, which ensures both programs and services tailored to the needs of customers and a commitment to helping all customers. Mary Noseworthy has been a pharmacist in Collingwood for 25 years. Mary is very pleased to continue to serve the needs of her community, now in her own new pharmacy!

John Tindale is a Hearing Instrument Specialist with over 30 years experience in the hearing healthcare field. Prior to moving to Wasaga Beach, John was in private practice with his brother Bill where they operated three successful hearing clinics in the Hamilton region. Over the years, John has won many Hamilton Readers Choice Awards for excellent customer service and best Hearing Centre.

Your Collingwood Pharmasave is conveniently located across the road from the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital at 460 Hume Street, Unit 6 in Collingwood. (705) 444-7997 www.pharmasavemaryspharmacy.com

Beach Hearing Ltd. is a full service hearing aid dispensary. They test hearing; fit hearing aids and wireless assistive devices; perform real-ear verification and offer ongoing counselling and extraordinary post-fitting service. Their tagline is “Here to Help you Hear”. John is passionate about re-connecting patients to their family, friends and favourite sounds with hearing aids and assistive listening devices. It was Mark Ross, PhD that said, “ When someone in the family has a hearing loss, the whole family has a hearing problem”. John’s approach is patient-centric which builds trust and confidence through continuous care and excellent customer service. John is a member of the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce, Wasaga Beach Lions Club and Prime Time Club. He enjoys speaking to local groups about hearing, hearing loss, effective communicative strategies and hearing instrument technology. Beach Hearing Ltd. is at #4 - 1441 Mosley St., Wasaga Beach (705) 352-3200 www.beachhearing.ca

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The Hungry Sumo serves up delicious, quality, authentic Japanese cuisine with a smile. The food is fabulous and beautifully presented. They offer over 100 items, so you’re bound to find something you’ll love even if you aren’t a “sushi lover”. They have veggie, seafood and meat dishes, and a wide variety of sushi, sashimi and hand rolls. The lunch specials offer popular Bento Box combinations. There is an additional private room upstairs that can be reserved. And if you are looking to break out of the ordinary for dinner at home, just give them a call for take-out. Whether you dine in or take out you will certainly not leave a Hungry Sumo!

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Feast On! It was a Feast at Grandview Farms in Thornbury featuring chefs from Bruce Wine Bar, Azzurra and many more. Jennifer Vipond was great in helping select excellent wines. A fabulous culinary journey. Photos/Story: mycollingwood.ca

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Watch for our new store opening this fall, growing to serve you better! 3X the size, variety, services and smiles

Whether decorating your home or cottage, or just want to add that special touch, in the form of a unique accent piece, you are sure to ﬁnd something that will catch your fancy at our boutique. Luxury Gifts & Adornments for your home & body 32 Bruce St. S., Thornbury 519-599-6461 www.adornfinefurnishings.com

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D&L Variety • Collingwood Real Food Market PJ Mart • East End Variety • Almond’s Market

Tour of the Arts

Brunch with a million dollar view

Blue Mountain Tour of the Arts was held on the gorgeous Victoria Day Weekend with more than a dozen artists opening up their studios to showcase their works of art. Celebrating their 20th year, the Art Tour is a fantastic way to enjoy both the views of our region and our very talented artists. Photos/Story: Kimberley Merrifield

OslerBrook’s first annual Mother’s Day brunch turned out to be a big hit with our members, their guests and families. The setting overlooking Georgian Bay enhanced the celebration of mom. Chef Brandi, presented a full array of delicious brunch items including all the breakfast treats; from fluffy buttermilk pancakes, bacon, sausage and frittatas to our ‘made for you’ omelette stations. Those looking for lunch enjoyed four wonderful salads, homemade soup, mini red potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, a stunning salmon, trout and shrimp display as well as succulent roast beef with Red Wine Demi. Everyone will be sure to book early next year as this event was sold out! Submitted by: Bob Shaw

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‘Million Dollar Man’ comes to town for Wrestling Night On Friday May 1st, a full house and a great card featuring the legendary ‘Million Dollar Man’ Ted Dibiase, guaranteed an action packed evening of family friendly fun in the ring! Promoter John Edwards would like to thank all who came out in support of this fundraiser for the Special Olympics program. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

Double Your Shopping Power every Wednesday on mycollingwood.ca

The Double Dollars Marketplace opens at 10 am sharp. Buy gift certificates for local restaurants, shops and services at ½ price. Go to mycollingwood.ca and look for the Double Dollars logo.

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Fisherman’s Breakfast The annual Fisherman’s Breakfast took place at The Dunedin Community Centre. Fishermen, community members and their families enjoyed a wonderful homemade bacon and eggs, toast and coffee breakfast before they ventured out to kick off the fishing season. Two young people, Graham, 18 and Leesa, 17 have been coming to the Fisherman’s Breakfast eaqch year since they were 6 months old. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies

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The Wasaga Beach Cruisers On a sunny Victoria Day, the Wasaga Beach Cruisers club met at the Stonebridge Music Pavilion, and what a scene with the classic cars and Stonebridge as a backdrop. The Wasaga Beach Cruisers are a fundraising group that shows antique, classic, and modified cars on a regular basis and hold an annual show in June called The Fun Run, with 400-500 cars. The Club meets every Monday night at Stonebridge Music Pavilion/Gazebo from 6 pm to dusk. Story/Photos: Enrique Miranda

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Have you ever tasted REAL Balsamic? The unfortunate answer is that most have not. That tangy salad dressing, that delicate drizzle over meats and veggies, was more than likely what the Italians call Aceto Balsamico di Modena, a commercial reproduction of the much coveted Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena. Similar wording, but the difference is paramount. The generic reproduction, the “Balsamic of Modena”, takes as little as two months to produce, or up to 3 years if the label boasts “aged”, and often contains additives such as caramel colouring, sweeteners and thickening agents, such as guar gum, to give it a feel and taste similar to it’s older cousin. On the other hand, real, Traditional Balsamic of Modena is produced by only one consortium in Modena, Italy. It starts with the juice of crushed Trebbiano grapes, as opposed to a wine, typical of vinegar production. The juice is cooked into a thick syrup, then aged through a series of wooden barrels, where the sweet and and sour notes of the grape juice blend with the flavours of the various woods, and yeast ferments the syrup first into alcohol, then to vinegar. The sweetness is preserved throughout. Traditional balsamic is regulated by the same Protected Designation of Origin standards that are used for regulation of wines, and is only sold in 3 oz. bottles with colour coded caps to indicate its age (minimum 12 years, to 25 years or older). They are sold for upwards of $100 per bottle. It is used incredibly sparingly, with unrivaled complexity and depth of flavour. So what is a balsamic enthusiast to do, when what is readily available isn’t real, and what is real isn’t readily available? Luckily, between these two, there is a third, intermediate standard; Condimento Balsamic. Condimento balsamics are less regulated than the Traditional Balsamic of Modena, but, if you find a trusted supplier, they can be of equal quality for a fraction of the cost. With a slight difference in process, condimento balsamic production nearly mirrors that of traditional balsamic, but without consortium approval, they are significantly less expensive. Make sure the balsamic is at least 12 years old, was aged in wooden barrels, and doesn’t contain any of the additives typically found in lower grade balsamic, such as caramel colouring.

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Hard work and dedication recognized Congratulations to the amazing staff at The Cranberry Golf Resort and Living Water Resort. On April 22nd their staff attended the Simcoe Region of Ontario Hotel Motel Association award banquet to be recognized for the hard work and dedication they have had in making a better resort for our community and their guests. The nominees were: Susan Thompson - Agua Tapas Bar & Lounge - Favourite Bartender Marty Wilkinson - Cranberry Golf Resort - Favourite Hospitality & Tourism Ambassador Chantelle Poulin - Cranberry Golf Resort and Living Water Resort Hospitality Manager of the Year Larry Law – Cranberry Golf Resort & Living Water Resort - Industry Recognition Agua Tapas Bar & Lounge - Favourite Restaurant Living Water Resort & Residence - Favourite Accommodations Facility They are more than thrilled to have their resort be recognized and acknowledge they could not have done any of this without their wonderful guests who choose Cranberry as their place of stay when visiting the area. The resort would also like to thank the community of Collingwood and its surrounding areas. It was with everyone’s votes that allowed its staff to be nominated and through that the resort feels it’s doing something right. They take great joy in bringing a fun family experience to our town for everyone to enjoy. Last but not least, a big congratulations goes to the Cranberry Golf Resort & Living Water Resort General Manager Don Buckle on his exciting achievement winning the Hospitality Manager of the Year Award! Don has been such a positive influence on the employees and guests. Cranberry and Living Waters feels truly blessed to have him as part of their team. Submitted by: Greg Yaniw

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Haircuts for Hospice Rather than enjoying their normal day off on May 4th, Franco Bartella, Amanda Royal, Salvatore Roti and Robin Ardila of Collingwood Barber Shop decided instead to be great community partners as they opened the doors for a Cut-A-Thon fundraiser in support of Hospice Georgian Triangle’s Campbell House. Janet Fairbridge of Hospice was on hand to lend support and she along with the HGT foundation was very grateful for the $700+ raised by this thoughtful initiative. Thank you for your support! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Strolling for your soul “A huge ‘thank you’ to all of the sponsors, event volunteers and the many guests at the Fashion Fundraiser held May 7th for the Collingwood Labyrinth. 30 models displayed the men’s and women’s fashions from Echo Trends and Christie’s. Live and Silent Auctions contributed to the evening’s entertainment, along with a quartet from CCI. Over 300 guests helped make the evening a huge success raising $22,128 to push the grand total to $105,310. There is now sufficient funds to build the Collingwood Labyrinth, while fundraising will continue to complete the landscaping and planting plans this year.” Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Business Profile: Boston Pizza “Here to make you happy” Alex and Sandy Smardenka are very humble about the success of their Boston Pizza restaurants in Collingwood and Wasaga Beach. They would rather give credit to their staff. Alex started in the restaurant business at the age of 12 by working as a dishwasher in his father’s restaurant. He later enrolled in the Hotel and Restaurant Management program at Ryerson. After graduation, Alex joined Wendy’s International where he was awarded Manager of the Year. Sandy was a Banker for twentyseven years prior to becoming involved in the food service industry. Both Alex and Sandy had vacationed in The Georgian Triangle area when they were living in Toronto. It was their dream to one day move to Wasaga Beach. In their Boston Pizza restaurants Sandy looks after promotions, meeting and greeting patrons, administration and volunteer work. Alex takes care of the day to day operations. Boston Pizza Collingwood was established in 1986 and Wasaga Beach Boston Pizza was opened in 1988. The Smardenkas chose the Georgian Triangle to live and to work in because of the beautiful year round recreational opportunities and the friendly people. The small town atmosphere allows Sandy and Alex the opportunity to get involved in their communities. Alex is a member of The Wasaga Beach Rotary Club and Sandy belongs to The Wasaga Beach Lions Club. Coming on June 10 is The Heart and Stroke - Big Bike Fundraiser which starts at Boston Pizza in Wasaga Beach’s Stonebridge Centre. Sandy said that this entire

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community fundraising event was championed by key staff members at BP who will be riding the Big Bike and raising donations along with members of the community. Both Boston Pizza Restaurants employ 50-100 staff members depending on the season. Alex and Sandy enjoy inspiring and empowering their staff to become the very best they can be. Some staff members have been on the BP team since the first day of opening; that is dedicated staff loyalty. The Smardenkas have hired several people who are disabled or mentally challenged to also work with them in the restaurants. Sandy has assisted a large number of organizations to raise funds for their not-for-profit groups. Both Alex and Sandy were inspired and motivated by their parents to work hard, save their money and set worthwhile goals. The Smardenkas are very proud of their sons Tino, Phil and Chris who also work in the family business. They have instilled the same strong values and work ethics in their boys. Without their sons’ support and commitment to the business, the Smardenkas could not have accomplished their lofty goals. Every Sunday night the boys and their families gather at the Smardenka home to enjoy Mom’s home cooking. When asked about receiving The Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce’s “Business of the Year Award” for 2015, both Alex and Sandy said that it is an honour and a privilege to have such a dedicated and focused staff, loyal customers and a wonderful community to serve.

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these local businesses can help! Transform your outside space into a party place Creating a perfect outdoor oasis is the first step toward a summer filled with carefree entertaining. This requires careful planning for the entire space. While the arrival of summer is the perfect time to start thinking about landscape elements, don’t overlook the finer details, such as the furniture and accessories that truly bring an outdoor space to life. Whether you’re looking to create a family-friendly space for entertaining, a serene poolside retreat or a secret garden that showcases your green thumb, begin by defining your vision. Having a clear idea of how your finished space will look and feel will help you make the best decisions as you begin designing the retreat of your dreams.

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Furniture that fits - Although tastes and trends may change from one season to the next, selecting the right furniture pieces from the start will let you bring fresh new looks to your outdoor space in other ways. Sectional seating is an attractive option because it allows you to redefine your space in minutes. Hosting a party? Strategically placed sectional seating can open up your space and encourage an evening of mingling. Prefer a more intimate arrangement for poolside conversations or a date-night in? The sectional can be rearranged into a closer configuration. Look for a versatile collection in neutral colors, such as Pier 1 Imports’ Echo Beach Collection. This sectional can be arranged in more than 20 different ways, allowing you to arrange and rearrange to your heart’s content. To round out your furniture, consider the highly functional but often underrated garden stool. Place one in a quiet corner for meditative moments, pair them to create a one-of-a-kind coffee table or pull one up when you need an extra seat. As an added bonus, when cooler weather returns, you can pull your garden stool indoors for a sweet reminder of summer. Investing in the right pieces will save you time and money in the long run. When you’re ready for a new look, you can easily change the feel of your patio with accessories or a new brightly colored accent piece, such as a tiled bistro table or outdoor Papasan chair. Accent your style - Once your furniture is in place, you’ve got a blank slate to play with and, most importantly, to accessorize. Accessorizing is where the decorating happens and your personal style shines through. Add pillows, cushions, umbrellas, outdoor rugs and even outdoor curtains to your space, and what started as a dull patio will begin to transform into an extension of your home. To mix patterns like a pro, choose pillows and rugs in the same color family, vary the scale of your patterns and introduce textures to ensure that they don’t compete with each other.

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Be sure to layer in treasures that are uniquely you – lanterns, wall decor, statues and windchimes to establish a space bursting with personality. Remember, small changes can make a big impact. Refresh last year’s patterns with the new trends, or simply add a few new accessories into your existing decor for a budget-friendly way to satisfy your urge to update. Find more tips to transform your boring backyard into a refreshing retreat at www.pier1.ca.

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McSmiles all around McDonald’s is always known for ‘free smiles’ with every order but the smiles always seem to be bigger and brighter on McHappy Day. This year’s event was another resounding success with funds going to our local Big Brothers Big Sisters Georgian Triangle and McDonald’s Children’s Charities. Thanks to Brent Kelly (our local franchisee), staff, a host of volunteer servers and the community for another successful McHappy Day! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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From blank to beautiful in 20 minutes Thanks to the tireless efforts of Andrea Rinaldo, Karen Bogo and organizers, Art Battle Canada returned for another exciting night of live competitive painting at the Eddie Bush Memorial Arena on May 23rd. Not for the faint of heart these “12 local artists showed tremendous talent and courage, taking their canvases from blank to beautiful in just 20 minutes.” The competition consisted of two rounds of six artists and a final round of four with the audience voting democratically for their favourite painting at the end of each round. These amazingly creative artists gave it their all and were equal to the challenge but as in all battles one ultimately emerges victorious and as it is said “to the victor go the spoils”. Congratulations Jason Alexander as Champion d’Art Collingwood Art Battle 2015 and best of luck in the ensuing competitions leading to the national championship. Represent us well! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Stayner’s Chamber of Commerce annual President’s Black and White Ball Over 100 people gathered together in their finest to honour the businesses in town and the dedicated, hard-working people who run and work in them. The food was exceptional with several restaurants offering a taste of their menu items. The Chamber rented the Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH so everyone had fun and took home a keepsake to remember the event. The inaugural President’s Award was presented to Clearview Fire Station No. 1. Fire Chief Colin Shewell accepted the award, Councillor and community volunteer Robert Walker was presented with the Thomas Stayner Award as Citizen of the Year. Volunteer of the Year award was presented to Michael Gennings; Youth of the Year went to Stayner Collegiate student Judah Page; Business of the Year winner was A & D Birdseed; New Business of the Year was Grazia Acanforna catering company, Grazia’s Italian Kitchen & Bakery. Entrepreneur of the Year awarded to Mark Gobuty founder of Peace Naturals Project; Employee of the Year award was given to Jim Dougall of Stayner Home Hardware. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

All laced up for the Mandarin MS Walk Thank you to all participants, sponsors, teams and volunteers for once again showing your support for the MS Society. This year’s Collingwood Mandarin MS Walk raised donations in excess of $50,000 in donations to help fund valuable programs in your community and support research dedicated to finding a cure for multiple sclerosis. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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by Margot Nicolson

Re-Framing Hand-Me-Down-Art The concept of ‘hand-me-down’ is not new. Whether it’s an older sibling’s clothes finding their way onto the backs of their younger kin or an outrageously heavy tube television heading to a college dorm room in favour of a shiny new flat screen, objects everywhere seem to bridge the generation gap. Unfortunately, this phenomenon has not been embraced with the same vigour in the framed picture category. For some reason, Grandma’s kitchen table is more desirable than her beautifully framed needlepoint. Finally, there is an answer to this dilemma. Framed pictures – be it artwork or photographs - need to be re-designed. A timeless photo, needlepoint, oil painting, even vintage poster, needs to become desirable for the younger generation. Of course, updating the framing and matting is easy, and the finished product will have added intrinsic value that only a piece of this nature could provide. With many baby boomers beginning to consider downsizing their homes, they will undoubtedly soon be ready to part with some of the wall decor that they have accumulated over the years. Their children, or even distant relatives might enjoy the family photos adorning their wall, but not with the frame from the 1970’s. Take this piece to your custom picture framer who can offer new mats and or frame that will refresh this family treasure making it enticing to another generation of the family.

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First-time home buyers usually don’t consider their walls until almost everything else is in place, and when they first investigate their wall decor options the prices are often alarming. Refreshing family art provides a great option, and it is certainly a better solution than tossing the art or putting it in the attic. There are numerous benefits to re-framing; conservation, preservation, better hardware, less fading, new contemporary colours and textures for mats, a wide variety of moulding choices and more. Improving and updating the artwork provides a more current wall statement for the subject as well as an improved environment. By “refreshing” art, you can offer the next generation family treasures that will last for many more generations to come. Georgian Frame Gallery

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A unique way to party The Collingwood Olive Oil Company books private tasting parties in their store for groups of 8 to 16 people. May the function be a birthday party, wedding shower, We invite you to come in to see our a business networking group or just a get together of family and friends, they beautiful selection of provide a fun and unique tasting experience. For more details contact Collingwood Olive Oil to see what dates are still available. 42 Ste. Marie Street Collingwood 705 - 293 - OILS (6457). Submitted by: Cheryl McMenemy

Georgian Life • June 2015

Home owners helping homeowners

Business Profile: The Clever Office

Collingwood Home Hardware Building Centre owners Brian and Tracey Caron and staff extended a welcome to the community to join them in celebrating the grand opening of their new location at 104 High Street. Customers were eager to see the wonderful new location and take advantage of some great deals and as always the courteous and helpful staff that Collingwood Home Hardware has built it’s reputation upon. Congratulations on the great new store and wishing you continued success! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

Join The Clever Office Community The Clever Office, a new Collingwood business support hub, provides space that caters to entrepreneurs and professionals looking for affordable, professional and collaborative work space with all the amenities of a large office. “The workplace landscape is changing as a growing number of people are now entrepreneurs, freelancers, contractors and self-employed. They are redefining the concept of the workplace” says Rhea Burns, who owns the co-working business along with her daughter Stefanie Shaw. Rhea brings her thirty years’ experience in Facilities Management to The Clever Office, which is the first co-working business to be established in The Georgian Triangle. The Clever Office provides a readymade business community that promotes collaboration with other community business people. The Clever Office provides a flexible work space customized to fit each client’s particular needs. Amenities include access to a meeting room, virtual office services, mail box rentals, live reception services and a wonderful view of Georgian Bay. Need a fully furnished private office for a day, a week, month or longer but don’t want a long term commitment? The Clever Office can provide that service and they won’t ask for a commitment. The space is bright, clean and comfortable, which makes working fun. Rhea and Stefanie are passionate about their mission to encourage members to connect since random conversation between members will spark ideas, solve problems, and encourage collaboration. The Clever Office works with members to make important connections through introductions, networking events and seminars. There are day passes and monthly memberships available to access the coworking lounge. The lounge also acts as an event space in the evenings at an extremely reasonable cost. Whether you drop in for the day or have a membership, the space includes Hi-Speed Wi-Fi, locally sourced coffee and tea, private phone booths and lots of happy people. If you need to send a fax, print a document, or make a copy they have you covered. This mother/daughter team appeals to the working styles of a large group of professionals in both the Baby Boomer and Y Generations. They bring a complimentary mix of technology skills, experience, new ideas, and customer service skills that make it easier to work at The Clever Office. Don’t work alone; escape the distractions of home or public places. Surround yourself with peers and mentors, give yourself the opportunity to grow your network, make connections, collaborate and actively pursue your business goals at The Clever Office.

1 First St, Unit 220, The Admiral Building Collingwood 1-844-4-COWORK (1-844-426-9675) | Collingwood: 1-705-532-1144 | www.thecleveroffice.ca | www.facebook.com/thecleveroffice Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 10:00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.

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En Blanc … let your imagination soar! Theatre Collingwood patrons hosted a dazzling En Blanc gala fundraiser at the Westin Trillium. This enchanting evening quite simply had it all. A great opportunity to socialize and rub elbows with the ‘who’s who’, enjoy some fine dining, amazing entertainment from Sterling Jarvis and his band, live and silent auctions… and of course the Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH (sponsored by Thomas Vincent of Balmoral Village) to add a little fun and pizzazz! Enchante et Encore! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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All quacked up in Stayner! The crowds showed up the banks of the river to cheer on their ducks at the Stayner and District Kinsmen Annual Duck Race. It was an awesome day to get out your flip flops and shorts and enjoy the BBQ, refreshments and ice cream. Quacker the Duck Mascot made her appearance and had a quacking good time! Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

Lobster for all! The Purple Hills Arts and Heritage Society in Creemore held their annual Lobster Dinner for members and guests. Over 100 people enjoyed down east Lobster, boiled, prepared and served right at The Station on the Green. Local beef was also served. This is one of the first meet and greet fund-raisers for The Society. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies

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David Margesson on Wine Take time for Cheese With Wine - A Marriage Made In Heaven! The pairing of food with a complementary wine is a real treat and is successful when the flavours of both are enhanced. We will be discussing only the matching of cheese with wine in this article. Do try to match both the next time you are entertaining. The enjoyment and taste sensation that you and your guests experience will be well worth the effort. There are a few thoughts to consider for a successful pairing: When choosing only one wine to go with a plate of mixed cheeses, I would suggest only 1 of 3 different varietals. A) A sparkling wine. Consider a Segura Viudas from Spain at $14.45 LCBO # 216960. A delicious sparkler that goes well with most cheeses. Champagne and Sparkling wines from dry to sweet have ample acidity and toasty, nutty flavours to complement cheeses from fresh through aged. Sparkling wines can also be enjoyed throughout a complete meal. B) Another great choice is an off dry Riesling. There are good choices from Cave Springs or Henry of Pelham in Niagara. Riesling is great because its acidity, sweetness, tropical fruits and minerally background allows it to partner broadly. Riesling can even be enjoyed with beef or lamb. C) Also consider a Gewurztraminer. It is dry with delicate body but its floral aromas will mix beautifully with the savoury notes of almost all cheeses. Generally, mild cheeses go well with Chardonnay and Riesling. Medium cheeses with young Pinot Noir. Hardy and ripe cheeses with mature Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Port etc.

Ripe, creamy cheeses like Camembert and Brie also go well with rich, buttery Chardonnay. Cheddars and similar sharp English cheeses go well with dry reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon. Swiss and Gruyere go well with Pinot Noir. Blue Cheese works well with dry reds, very dry sherry etc. Avoid tannic reds with these cheeses. Hard cheeses like Parmesan Reggiano and Romano go really well with dry Italian Reds including Chianti, Barolo, Ripasso and Amarone.

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Goat’s milk cheeses go particularly well with Sauvignon Blanc. A good cheese shop such as our club’s exclusive supplier, The Cheese Gallery in Thornbury will assist you with the appropriate selections. David and Nina Margesson are the founders of Winetasters of Collingwood, a wine club dedicated to the knowledge and understanding of wines through tasting and education. The emphasis is fun, knowledge and social. They cater to both the novice and experienced wine aficionados. Call David for a personalized quote on an IN-HOME PRIVATE tasting. 705-445-4474 or www.winetastersofcollingwood.com for more information.

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A commitment to the Arts and our community Once again Collingwood and our region owe a big thank you to Rick and Anke Lex for their vision and ongoing commitment to the arts and our community as a whole. Their most recent initiative the Simcoe Street Theatre, a vital component in the revitalization of our Simcoe Street ‘Art Scene’, opened to rave reviews on May 1st. In their words, “Thanks to everyone who came out and made the Grand Opening of the Simcoe Street Theatre a great success. A special big thank you to all the talented performers who gave generously of their time.” Thank you Rick and Anke from a grateful community! Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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A Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness Hub That Healing Place at 35 Dunkerron Avenue in Wasaga Beach, had their Grand Opening in May. Owner/Manager Judith Watts will be hosting workshops on Intuitive Energy Healing, Lifestyle Education, Metaphysical Balance and Creativity. During the opening visitors were treated to Hand Massages and Tarot Readings. ThatHealingPlace.com 705-502-0701. Photos/Story: Bryan Davies

The right care, right at home! Right at Home Georgian Triangle has the philosophy of “adding life to years... it’s what we do..” that being said it’s all about peace of mind for their clients and their loved ones. Right at Home Canada has taken on the quest of improving the health, wellness, happiness and quality of life for those they serve. They offer a unique Care Team approach that leads to a higher level of quality and care experience. “We want to be the family when family is not able to be there” ‘said Adrienne Wood, co-owner and care planner. Wood and Nancy Esson are co-owners of the Right at Home located in Collingwood providing service throughout the Georgian Triangle. Their focus is centered on the client and their needs whether they are medical or non-medical. “Our caregivers are happy to do whatever it takes to make our clients comfortable in their own homes, wherever home is for them. Virtual and physical care for seniors and disabled adults... adding life to years - its what we do” says Esson. Each caregiver is thoroughly screened, trained and insured prior to entering a client’s home. They are dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors and disabled people in the communities they serve: Collingwood, Owen Sound, Meaford, Thornbury, Midland, Wasaga Beach, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Port Carling. Submitted by: Nancy Esson Business Development/Client Relations Right at Home Canada - Georgian Triangle 13 Ontario Street Collingwood, ON L9Y 1M2 Cell: 705-333-8849 | Phone: 705-293-5500 Toll Free: 1-855-983-4663 nesson@rightathomecanada.com www.rightathomecanada.com/georgian-triangle/

Celebrating YOUth The First Annual Celebrate YOUth Leadership Gala took place on May 1st. The evening’s inspirational speakers were Michele Smeh, Malcom McSorley, Jason Ruttan and Mayor of Wasaga Beach, Brian Smith. Nominations were received for students in Grades 6 to 8 that had shown leadership initiatives in the following categories: Outstanding Leadership in Arts and Culture – Courtney Veinot, Leadership in Environment – Shanea Rumbolt, Leadership in Entrepreneurship - sisters Caitlynn, Ryleigh and Julia Young, Community Service/Philanthropy – Alex and Nick Wyant and Holly and Jocelynn Johnson. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

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Rexall cuts the ribbon Rexall head office along with regional management and staff welcomed all to celebrate the grand opening of their wonderful store in the impressive new Mountain View Towne Centre at 1 Huron St. in Collingwood. On hand to join in the festivities, announce and promote her new Ours line of safe, healthy, and honest skin care products (exclusive to Rexall) was the beautiful Cheryl Hickey of ET Canada. A great day and a great way to welcome Rexall Collingwood to their new home. Photos/Story: Dave West Photography

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Crime Stoppers A local charitable fund raising event was held on May 2nd at the Wasaga Beach RecPlex for Crime Stoppers, who partnered with Shred North Ltd. to invite individuals and businesses to have the opportunity to have personal/confidential documents professionally, and safely shredded. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes, and can take years to fully recover from. Crime Stoppers raised $700 to support the tip line 1 800 8477. Crime Stoppers is a charitable organization that brings together the media, police and community to fight crime. It guarantees a tipster’s anonymity and provides for cash rewards where eligible. Fundraising is a critical component in allowing the program to continue to prosper and grow. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

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Micah Barnes from The Nylons In Stand By Me Blues Music Series - Steve Strongman The Eagles - Tribute Show Tiffin Bay Folk Club - Wendall Ferguson A Day in the Life - Mike Keenan The Neil Young’uns - Tribute Show Toronto All Star Big Band Swing Jazz - Ed Vokura + Huronia Hot Strings Steeleye Span and Maddy Prior Off Broadway Series: Summer Love & Laughter Black Umfolosi - Acappella & Traditional Dance

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Celebrating Business Excellence Business owners and their supporters came together on May 7th at the Recplex to recognize great people and great business at the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce’s 19th Annual Business Award Ceremony. The Citizen of the Year was awarded to Bill Frieday. Here are the award winners: Athena Award - Tanya Snell of What’s Up Hut, Professional Service Business of the Year - RBC Royal Bank, Business of the Year - 24 employees and under: CHEERS! Make Your Own Wine, Business of the Year - 25 employees and above: Boston Pizza, Employee of the Year Award - Robbie Graham of Auto Tech ‘N Tire, Young Business Person of the Year - Matthew Taylor of The Pita Palace, Best Boss of the Year - Nancy Dyson of Sunset Grill, Community Involvement Award - Georgian Circle Family Restaurant, Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Pina Stillitano & Kareem Thomas of Taste of Paradise. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

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Energy-Efficiency with Ceiling Fans Although ceiling fans cannot contribute directly to savings on lighting energy costs, they can contribute significantly to savings on electrical costs associated with space heating and cooling. Household electrical costs associated with space heating and cooling are in the range of 35-45%. Using a ceiling fan can help to cool our homes in summer, and helps to more efficiently distribute heated air in winter. Although it’s difficult to place an exact savings amount related to the use of ceiling fans, it’s an established fact that ceiling fans can help to reduce electrical costs by creating greater efficiency in how we heat and cool our home environments. For instance, during the summer months, a fan can make the room feel as much as eight degrees cooler, reducing the need to run the air conditioning. Many people find that it’s often more comfortable to turn off the air-conditioner at night, and use a ceiling fan at low speed in the bedroom. During the colder months fans can improve a home’s heating efficiency by circulating the pocket of warmer air that otherwise rises to the ceiling. Many ceiling fans now carry an Energy Star rating with improved motor and blade designs that require less energy to run than conventional fan/light units. This can save you an additional $15 to $20 per year on utility bills, plus any additional air conditioning or heating savings gained when the fan is operated properly. Submitted by Wasaga Beach Decorating. Spruce up your home with new paint, window treatments, lighting, & home furnishings at 3-1 Market Lane, Wasaga Beach 705-429-1500 www.wasagabeachdecorating.com

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Clearview’s 4th Annual Mental Health Walk The walk was held on May 7th at 10 am at Stayner Collegiate Institute. The high school students as well as the grade 7-8 students from Clearview’s Elementary Schools were in attendance. The aim of the walk and presentation is to help reduce the stigma of mental health, making our schools and communities a safe place to talk about mental health and seek support. The walk was brought to Clearview by SCI, The Door, New Path, and The Simcoe and Muskoka District Health Unit. Photos/Story: Enrique Miranda

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Pick up Georgian Life at these hot spots … Blue Mountain/Village at Blue • Activity Centre • Columbia • Plunge Aquatic Centre • Red Devil • Sunset Grill • The Village Market Collingwood • Active Life Conditioning • Ashanti Coffee • Blue Mountain Vacuum • Boston Pizza • Capelli Hair Studio • Chamber of Commerce • Collingwood Public Library • Collingwood Sports Medicine • Cranberry Inn • Days Inn • East End Variety • Fresh Co. • Georgian Frame Gallery • Good Health Mart • Harvey’s • LCBO • Little Ed’s Ski & Bike Shop • Loblaws • Metro • Pie Wood Fired Pizza • Shoppers Drug Mart • Sidelaunch Brewery • Sobeys • Staples • Starbucks • Swiss Chalet • The Hungry Sumo • The Huron Club Creemore • Affairs Catering Bakery & Cafe • Creemore Library • Creemore Medical Centre • Creemore Springs Brewery • Creemore Village Pharmacy • Curiosity House Bookstore • Foodland • Jug City • Life’s A Slice • Mad & Noisy Gallery • Old Millhouse Pub • Pizza Perfect • Remax- Creemore Hills Realty • Strandz Hair Salon • The Bank Café Meaford • Bill’s Valu-Mart • Meaford Chamber of Commerce • Meaford Factory Outlet • Meaford Hall • Meaford Library Owen Sound • Frog Ponds Stayner • Bistro 26 at the Aerodrome • Foodland • Lemon Lily/JACS • Rexall Pharmacy • Stayner Town & Country • The Coffee Shop Thornbury/Clarksburg • L.E. Shore Library • Steve’s Restaurant • Thornbury Foodland • Thornbury Bakery Café Wasaga Beach • Blue Ridge Meats • Boston Pizza • Harvey’s • IDA Wasaga Beach Pharmacy • Mosley Mart • Mosley Street Grill • Real Canadian Superstore • Shoppers Drug Mart • Swiss Chalet • Wasaga Chamber of Commerce • Wasaga Foodland

A BBQ party at Parkbridge On May 16th Parkbridge, Lakes of Wasaga Resorts, held their annual Open House Event. Always a fun day for the residents who make Wasaga Beach their RV Cottage destination, but also a great way to introduce new families, future snowbirds and retirees who want to have a place to escape to. There were visitors that waited all winter for this weekend! Back in February, Parkbridge introduced the latest Park Models at the Toronto RV Show. On the long weekend in May, people saw just how easy it is to own and see the Resort for themselves, plus, all the amenities there are to use. And being close to the beach is another bonus! With 1000 hamburgers/hotdogs, up for grabs, everyone was treated to local musical talents, Party Tyme Treats, local vendors and this year the Georgian Life PHOTO•BOOTH. Everyone left with their own photo keepsake. Just recently, Parkbridge, Lakes of Wasaga was voted by Parents magazine one of the top family destinations in Canada. If you would like to see how Cottage RV lifestyle maybe for you, call 705-429-5996 or 1-866-877-1109 or visit parkbridge.com. Your vacation starts here! Submitted by: Elaine Hendry

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Golfers Elbow Medial epicondylitis is commonly known as golfer’s elbow. This does not mean that only golfers have this condition - the golf swing, however, is a common cause of medial epicondylitis. Many other repetitive activities can also lead to this condition: throwing, chopping wood with an axe, running a chain saw, and using many types of hand tools. Any activities that stress the same forearm muscles can cause symptoms of medial epicondylitis. Golfer’s elbow causes pain that starts on the inside bump of the elbow (the medial epicondyle) and may spread down the forearm. Overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm and elbow are the most common reason people develop this impairment. Bending your wrist, twisting your forearm down, or grasping objects can make the pain worse. You may feel less strength when grasping items or squeezing your hand into a fist. In some cases, the symptoms of this condition are due to inflammation of the forearm flexor tendons. For example, inflammation in a tendon is called tendonitis while inflammation around the medial epicondyle is called medial epicondylitis. However, golfer’s elbow often is not caused by inflammation. Rather, it is a problem within the cells of the tendon - doctors call this condition tendonosis. In tendonosis, wear and tear is thought to lead to tissue degeneration. This overuse injury is often treated very successfully with conservative methods, such as:

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• Anti-Inflammatory medications • Cortisone injections • Physiotherapy and Massage therapy • Bracing • Acupuncture • Shockwave Therapy • Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections However, if conservative treatments are unsuccessful, medial epicondylitis can be treated with surgery i.e. cleaning of the tendon, tendon release. For further information on managing your injury, please contact the Orthopaedic Sport Institute at (705) 467-0701 or info@ortho-sport.ca and ask for a consultation with one of our friendly healthcare professionals. Submitted by: Darryl Novotny, BScPT Registered Physiotherapist

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